2010
#153,769
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Duverneau
A French surname derived from a place name referring to the little oak woods.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 126 Americans carry the last name Duverneau. That puts it at #149,446 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,720,273 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Duverneau surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
126
1 in 2,720,273
Census rank
#149,446
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
110
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 110 bearers of the surname Duverneau in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 149446th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Duverneau, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.5%) and White (4.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Duverneau
The surname DUVERNEAU originated in France, tracing its roots back to the medieval era. It is believed to be derived from the Old French word "duvernay," which refers to a small area of oak trees or an oak grove. This suggests that the name may have initially been bestowed upon someone who lived near or was associated with an oak grove.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name DUVERNEAU can be found in the 14th century, when a certain Jean Duverneau was mentioned in a legal document from the region of Normandy. This document, dated around 1347, provides evidence that the name was already established in northern France during that time period.
In the 16th century, records show a family bearing the name DUVERNEAU residing in the town of Auxerre, located in the Burgundy region of France. This family was known for their involvement in the local wine trade, which was a significant industry in the area.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the DUVERNEAU surname. One such figure was François Duverneau, a French military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century. Born in 1778, he rose through the ranks and eventually attained the rank of general before his death in 1852.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Louis Duverneau, a renowned French architect of the 19th century. Born in 1823, he was responsible for designing several notable buildings in Paris, including the Palais de la Bourse (Stock Exchange) and the Théâtre du Châtelet. Duverneau's architectural works have become iconic landmarks in the city and are still admired today.
In the realm of literature, the name DUVERNEAU is associated with the French writer and poet, Antoine Duverneau, who lived during the 18th century. Born in 1699, he gained recognition for his poetic works, which often explored themes of nature and rural life. Duverneau's literary contributions helped shape the literary landscape of his time.
Moving into the 20th century, Marie Duverneau, a renowned French painter, made a name for herself in the art world. Born in 1910, she was known for her vibrant and expressive landscapes, capturing the beauty of the French countryside with her unique style. Duverneau's works have been exhibited in numerous galleries and museums throughout France and beyond.
The surname DUVERNEAU has a rich history deeply rooted in French cultural and regional traditions. From its origins as a name associated with oak groves to its presence in various professions and artistic fields, the name has left an indelible mark on the tapestry of French heritage.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Duverneau
Among Census respondents with the surname Duverneau, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.5%) and White (4.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Duverneau bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Duverneau surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Black or African American88.2% · 97
- Hispanic or Latino5.5% · 6
- White4.5% · 5
- American Indian and Alaska Native0.9% · 1
- Two or more races0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Duverneau
Duverneau appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#149,446
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
+4 bearers (+3.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 4,323 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #153,769 | 106 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #149,446 | 110 | 0.04 | +4 bearers (+3.8%) | Up 4,323 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Duverneau surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #149,446 | 2.8% |
| Count | 106 | 110 | 3.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Duverneau bearers went from 106 to 110 (+3.8% change). The surname moved up 4,323 positions in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #149,446.
FAQ
Duverneau surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Duverneau?
Name Census estimates that about 126 living Americans carry the surname Duverneau. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,720,273 residents.
How common is Duverneau?
Duverneau ranks #149,446 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 110 people with the surname Duverneau. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (126), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Duverneau.
Has Duverneau become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Duverneau went from 106 recorded bearers to 110. That is an increase of 4 (+3.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #153,769 to #149,446.
What does the Census say about the background of Duverneau?
Among Census respondents with the surname Duverneau, the largest self-reported group is Black at 88.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (5.5%) and White (4.5%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Black is the largest self-reported group for the surname Duverneau in the 2020 Census, accounting for 88.2% (97 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Duverneau appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Black (88.2%), Hispanic (5.5%), White (4.5%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Duverneau (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Duverneau mean?
A French surname derived from a place name referring to the little oak woods. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Duverneau (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Duverneau?
Find out how many people have the surname Duverneau on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.